Y’all already know I don’t gatekeep good food, especially when it’s seasoned with legacy and sauced up with love. If your taste buds have been begging for a BBQ fix that hits all the right notes, let me put you on to one of Tampa Bay’s most loved Black-owned staples: Konan’s BBQ.

Barbecue That Tastes Like Home

Tucked away off Hubert Ave in Tampa’s Westshore area, Konan’s BBQ is the kind of place where the smoke greets you before the menu does—and you don’t mind one bit. From fall-off-the-bone ribs to juicy chicken dripping with their signature sauce, every bite tastes like a cookout at your favorite uncle’s house... if your uncle had a full-on pitmaster certification and a side hustle in making you rethink every chain BBQ you’ve ever had. 😏🔥

What to Order When You Pull Up

Everything. Literally.

But if you need help narrowing it down:

• Rib Tips – tender, meaty, and smothered in that sweet-heat glaze that should come with a warning label.

• BBQ Chicken – juicy and smoky with skin so perfect it deserves its own IG page.

• Smoked Sausage & Mac Combo – salty, creamy, and comfort wrapped in a Styrofoam plate.

Don't sleep on the sides, either. Their collard greens? Whew. Let's just say they didn't skip Grandma’s recipe.

More Than Just a Meal

Konan’s isn’t just a barbecue joint, it’s a heartbeat in the Tampa Bay food scene. Family-run and community-centered, this spot has been holding it down for years, feeding generations of locals and visitors who know the real secret: flavor this bold comes from love, legacy, and the kind of patience only a pitmaster understands.

Whether you’re grabbing a plate on your lunch break or catering a family celebration, Konan’s always delivers more than food—it delivers home.

The Lowdown

Location: 1510 N Hubert Ave, Tampa, FL 33607
Phone: (813) 870-0404
Pro Tip: Call ahead for catering or large orders. And bring your appetite. You’ve been warned.

If you haven't been to Konan’s yet, make this your sign to go get blessed by the BBQ gods. You’ll walk in hungry and leave talking about it like it’s your cousin’s wedding.

Support local. Eat good. Repeat. 💯